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November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
10/ Key Lessons from Ray Kroc’s Journey

It’s never too late: Kroc started his journey at 52.

Vision matters: He saw potential where others didn’t.

Real estate wins: Owning the land secured McDonald’s long-term success.

Be bold: Sometimes ambition means taking risks and making tough decisions.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
9/ McDonald’s Today

Annual revenue: $23 billion (2023).

Real estate value: Estimated $30 billion.

Cultural impact: Introduced fast food to the world, becoming a symbol of globalization and convenience.

From a small burger stand to a global phenomenon, McDonald’s continues to thrive.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
8/ Ray Kroc’s Later Years and Legacy

Kroc continued innovating, introducing Happy Meals, drive-thrus, and breakfast menus.

His first marriage ended in divorce.

Kroc passed away in 1984 at the age of 81, leaving behind a global empire.

His story remains a testament to ambition and vision.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
7/ Explosive Growth

By 1965, McDonald’s went public, making millions for investors.

By 1971, the chain had over 3,000 locations worldwide.

Today, McDonald’s serves 69 million customers daily in 40,000 locations across 119 countries.

The golden arches had become a global icon. 🌍
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
6/ Conflict with the McDonald Brothers

The buyout didn’t end well. Kroc allegedly promised the brothers 0.5% royalties but never delivered.

He later opened a McDonald’s near their original location, overshadowing their last remaining restaurant.

Kroc left a trail of broken relationships.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
5/ The Real Estate Masterstroke

Kroc had a genius idea: Don’t just franchise McDonald’s—own the land under it.

Today, McDonald’s is one of the largest real estate companies in the world, earning billions annually.
Kroc turned burgers into real estate gold. 🏢
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
4/ Building the Empire
Kroc realised the key to McDonald’s success was consistency:

Standard menus, preparation, and service across all locations.

He established Hamburger University in 1961 to train franchisees.

That same year, he bought out the McDonald for $2.7 million, taking full control.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
3/ The Bold Proposition

The McDonald brothers were content with their small, successful business and weren’t interested in expanding.

But Kroc convinced them to let him franchise their concept nationwide.

In 1955, Kroc opened the first McDonald’s franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
2/ Discovering McDonald’s

That year, Kroc noticed a small San Bernardino restaurant ordered 8 milkshake machines — an unusually large number.

Curious, he visited McDonald’s, and was blown away by their “Speedee Service System” that could serve burgers, fries, and shakes in under a minute.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
1/ The Humble Beginnings

Ray Kroc was born in 1902 in Oak Park, Illinois, to Czech immigrant parents.

His parents wanted him to become a doctor, but Kroc had other plans.

By 1954, at 52, he was still hustling—selling milkshake machines to make ends meet.
November 17, 2024 at 11:22 PM
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November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
8/9 Key Lessons from Jake Paul’s Journey

Bet on yourself: Jake ignored critics and proved he could succeed in a new field.

Leverage your platform: His YouTube fame gave him a head start in boxing.

Turn controversy into fuel: Every doubter became part of his marketing machine.
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
7/9 The Numbers Behind Jake Paul

$50M+ earned from boxing.

Over 20 million YouTube subscribers.

11-1 professional boxing record.

72,300 spectators at the Tyson fight, one of the largest boxing crowds ever.

Jake turned his fame into a multi-million-dollar empire.
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6/9 The Mike Tyson Fight

On November 15, 2024, Jake faced @MikeTyson in Texas.

Despite being 27 years younger, Jake won by unanimous decision (80-72, 79-73, 79-73).

The fight drew 72,300 fans to AT&T Stadium and millions of viewers on Netflix.

Love him or hate him, he is a boxing phenomenon.
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
5/9 Taking on Real Boxers

In 2023, Jake fought professional boxer Tommy Fury, losing via split decision.

The fight silenced critics who said he avoided “real” boxers.

Jake bounced back by defeating Nate Diaz, a former UFC star, later that year.

Jake wasn’t just boxing—he was building a movement.
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
4/9 Building His Boxing Career

Jake defeated former NBA player Nate Robinson in 2020, earning a viral KO.

In 2021, he beat ex-MMA fighters Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley (twice), with one of the knockouts becoming a meme.

Jake thrived on the doubters, using every fight to grow his brand
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
3/9 From YouTube to Boxing

In 2018, Jake stepped into the ring for the first time in an amateur fight against Deji, Logan Paul’s rival.

The match attracted millions of viewers, sparking Jake’s interest in boxing.

By 2020, he made his pro debut, knocking out AnEsonGib in the first round.
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2/9 The Disney Era

In 2016, Jake landed a role on the Disney Channel show Bizaardvark, playing a social media influencer.

The gig boosted his fame, but behind the scenes, controversies started brewing.

By 2017, Disney dropped him following complaints about disruptive behavior at his LA mansion.
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM
1/9 The YouTube Beginnings

Jake Paul was born in 1997 in Cleveland, Ohio.

He started his career on Vine, making comedy videos with his brother Logan.

By 2014, Jake moved to YouTube, where his prank videos, vlogs, and stunts gained millions of followers.

But Jake was aiming for something more
November 16, 2024 at 9:07 PM